KJV ORIGINAL
They proclaimed a fast, and set Naboth on high among the people.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
They announced a public fast, and placed Naboth in a prominent position among the people.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The corrupt leaders followed through on their evil plan by publicly setting up Naboth as if he were being honored, when they were actually preparing to falsely accuse him.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of the story where Queen Jezebel orchestrated a scheme to steal Naboth's vineyard for her husband King Ahab. She arranged for false witnesses to accuse Naboth of blasphemy and treason during what appeared to be a religious gathering. In ancient Israel, placing someone 'on high' during a fast could indicate either honor or making them the focus of attention for judgment.
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